Lifeguard

JOB TITLE: Part-Time Lifeguard Positions

PAY RATE: Based on Experience and Certification

DEPARTMENT: Parks & Recreation Department, City of Cartersville

JOB SUMMARY: This position works under the general direction of the Aquatics Manager and is responsible for maintaining the safety and health of all patrons. This position enforces City of Cartersville facility and agency regulations and polices.

MAJOR DUTIES:  

• Performing patron surveillance.
• Minimizing hazards and enforcing facility rules.
• Recognizing and quickly responding to all emergency situations
• Providing emergency care, including first aid, CPR, AED use, and emergency oxygen if trained.
• Collaborating with other staff to ensure a safe facility.
• Comply with all operating policies and procedures.
• Enforce rules and maintain proper surveillance at all aquatic facilities.
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with management, employees and members of the public.
• Provides general information on pool operation to patrons and visitors.
• Complete daily equipment inventories and safety inspections as assigned.
• Work the front desk/concession area if needed.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION:

• Must be at least 15 years old.
• Must be able to stand or sit for long periods of time while maintaining proper patron surveillance.
• Current Lifeguard Certification is required .
• Successful completion of the appropriate swim test
• Prior lifeguard experience preferred. 
• Proficiency in basic computer and phone skills.
• Friendly, responsible attitude with a readiness to address issues proactively
• Able to operate office equipment, including a computer to sign in and out
• Must have knowledge, skills, and abilities taught in American Red Cross Lifeguard, First Aid and CPR Certification courses. 

TESTING REQUIREMENTS:

Lifeguard Swim Test Requirements:

1. Swim-Tread-Swim Sequence

• Jump in, submerge, recover, and swim 150 yards.
• Tread water for 2 minutes using only legs with hands under armpits.
• Swim an additional 50 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke, or combination, maintaining good breath control. Goggles are allowed.

2. Timed Event (1 minute, 40 seconds)

• Starting in water, swim 20 yards, retrieve a 10-pound object from a depth of 7–10 feet, swim 20 yards back on back holding the object, and exit the pool without ladder assistance. Goggles are not allowed.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The Aquatics Manager assigns work in terms of departmental goals and objectives. 

GUIDELINES: Guidelines include American Red Cross, First Aid and CPR Certification Course. These guidelines require usage of knowledge, skills and abilities taught through these courses.

COMPLEXITY: The work consists of physical, mental and emotional demands. This role requires deduction, skill, and a strong commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of others.

SCOPE AND EFFECT: The purpose of this position is maintaining the safety and health of all patrons while enforcing facility/agency regulations and policies.

PERSONAL CONTACTS: Contacts are typically with patrons, visitors, elected officials, representatives of federal, state, and local agencies

PURPOSE OF CONTACTS: Contacts are typically to exchange information, resolve problems, and enforce safety.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is typically performed while sitting or standing. Employee may be required to life objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Clear hearing and speech required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is typically performed in an outdoor setting. The employee will be exposed to wet, humid conditions and outdoor conditions. Quiet to moderate noise levels. Fast paced requiring flexibility in handling a variety of functions simultaneously.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY: None

The City of Cartersville is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other protected status.

Interested in applying? 

Employment Application

Complete application and email Cover letter, Resume, with Qualifications to: hr@cartersvillega.gov.